Sikhlens, The World’s Premier Sikh Film Festival, will host its 23rd Annual Sikh Arts and Film Festival (SAFF) scheduled for November 20-22, 2026 at The Frida Cinema in Southern California.

The festival includes three days of events with an opening night gala, art exhibits and the screening of dozens of films throughout the weekend. It provides an outlet for sharing Sikh heritage and Sikh culture with the rest of the world, showcasing Sikh talent, and instilling pride in the Sikh community.

This year, in addition to seeking films from Sikh filmmakers and films focused on Sikh history, identity, and heritage, Sikhlens is also looking for strong independent films on mainstream or social themes that our community should experience and celebrate. We welcome films from filmmakers of all backgrounds and encourage stories from underrepresented voices and global creators.

Although our program began in coordination with the Dodge College of Film and Media Arts at Chapman University over ten years ago, it has expanded beyond that to include other film schools and filmmakers throughout the world.

For full schedule and to buy tickets, please visit: https://www.sikhlens.com/festivals/los-angeles/schedule